Principal's Newsletter: 04/19/2026

April 21: State Testing / AP Classes - See personalized email from Mr. Caudill (sent 4/1)

April 22: OST American History (AM) - Regular Classes in Session

April 23: State Testing / AP Classes - See personalized email from Mr. Caudill (sent 4/1)

May 4-8, 11-15: AP Exams

May 5: No Classes for Students Not Testing

May 9: Junior/ Senior Prom

May 24: Class of 2026 Graduation, 10am

May 25: Memorial Day | No Classes | District Closed

May 26-29: Semester 2 Exams

Search for New High School Assistant Principal is Underway

We value and welcome input and participation in our administrative hiring processes from family members, faculty, staff, and students. If you are interested in participating in the assistant principal search, please complete the online form.

High School Assistant Principal Kristen Kearns will depart Bexley after the end of this school year to accept a Central Office position with Worthington City Schools.

Mrs. Kearns has served as assistant principal since the beginning of the 2023-2024 school year and has done tremendous work to promote positivity and pride within the school’s culture and to support our students.

May 4-8th is BHS Staff Appreciation Week!

Please help us celebrate our wonderful high school staff by contributing gift cards, snacks, drinks, or other listed items to support the week.

Please sign-up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0F49A4AF2DA4FA7-teacher

Please kindly drop off your gift card/s and items by Saturday, May 2nd at 739 Vernon Rd. (Michelle Wood’s house, mailbox by the front door for the gift cards). If you don’t have time to donate an item or giftcard, you can send any monetary amount via venmo @Triciagock or text Tricia Gockstetter to coordinate a donation. 614-506-2010

Monday 5/4:  Stock the Lounge with snacks and drinks / lounge decorated by Student Coucil & Key Club members

Wednesday 5/6:  Donated/Sponsored catered lunch

Thursday 5/7:  Dessert Bar

Friday 5/8: Delivering of cards and giftcards from Student Council & Key Club members

Thank you for helping our Lions staff feel appreciated!

Updates to Columbus State College Credit Plus Application and Registration

NEW C STATE STUDENTS: Columbus State - CCP Application: Application and Workday Info

• Follow the prompts on the page to create your account and complete your application.  

RETURNING C STATE STUDENTS: You will also need access to Workday. This information should come to your C State student email account. Please ensure you are checking your C State student email for the most up-to-date information about Workday, your registrations, etc.  

Critical Changes:

• Students will be responsible for uploading their registration forms to Workday. You will need to plan ahead to meet with your counselor to complete the form and ensure you have enough time to upload.
• You will need to be prepared to stay on top of documents in your account, as counselors are no longer the ones uploading registration forms. 
• If you are a senior planning to apply for Comp I or Comp II after AP Lang, you will need to have your registration form ready for the school counselor prior to your departure for summer (May 29th). Once you receive your AP score in July, it is your responsibility to email your score report to your counselor for Composition course verification. Your counselor will verify your course and return the registration form signed via email. 
  • If you wait until you return in August to apply and register, there will most likely not be many seats available. To ensure you get a seat in your course, it is critical that you are applied, accepted, and have your updated registration form to your counselor prior to summer break (May 29). You will also need to upload it quickly once returned by the counselor. Again, it is your responsibility to upload this form into Workday.  

Note that any questions regarding the application, the Workday portal, or C State should be directed to the CCP Advisor. If you need assistance with the application process, please contact CCP@cscc.edu.

Resources: Onboarding Workday Video  

Keep an eye on your C State email to ensure you are aware of any updates to this process.

Thank you! BHS Counselors  

Bexley High School Choral Concert

The Bexley High School Choral Department will present their final concert of the year on Sunday, April 26th @ 2pm at First Community North (3777 Dublin Rd). The singers will combine with the Bexley Choral Society and guest instrumentalists to present a moving performance of Donald McCullough's Holocaust Cantata: Songs from the Camps. They will finish the program with portions of Ralph Vaughan Williams's Dona Nobis Pacem.

Registration is Open for Bexley Schools' Summer Session Course Offerings

Registration is now open for Bexley Schools’ Summer Session 2026. Please register your student based on the grade your child will be in NEXT year, during the 2026-2027 school year.

Summer Course CATALOG

Three high school courses have fees of only $50, thanks to the generosity of the Grimes Family Student Opportunities Fund at the Bexley Education Foundation. We are incredibly grateful for our partnership with the Foundation and the many opportunities it provides in support of our students and families.

Summer Course REGISTRATION

Those courses supported by Foundation grants include Case Studies in History: Strategy & Diplomacy, and The Cold War: A Simulation, which both earn high school credit. The College Application and Essay Workshop is a non-credit course that is also generously supported by the Foundation’s Grimes Family Student Opportunities Fund.

Please access the online course catalog for complete details about Summer Session and course descriptions. Information about Camp Invention for elementary students, Bexley Recreation & Parks summer programs, and a free Eastland-Fairfield Career Center camp for middle school also is included in the catalog.

Counselors Corner - Study Skills and Habits

As spring approaches, many students are preparing for testing. Whether you are taking an Advanced Placement test, an End of Course exam, or an Ohio State Test, studying is often involved. Studying can take a significant amount of time and feel very frustrating. The counselors have created some tips for better study skills and habits to ease your stress. 

• Utilize a planner or other calendar to ensure you know your test dates. You are able to plan ahead better this way.
• Develop a consistent study schedule leading up to your exam. Ensure that you are balancing time studying with other homework and extracurricular commitments.
• Study in small increments. If you study in smaller parts daily, you are more likely to retain the information. Trying to memorize large quantities of information at once is not effective.
• Take breaks! Giving yourself brain breaks can help with mental fatigue. For every half hour you study, give yourself a few minutes to relax.
• Practice studying in different formats. Try flashcards, writing things out, note reviews, etc. Different methods of studying work better for different people and different subjects.
• Attend office hours if you have questions while studying. 

Wishing you all the best on your spring tests! If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to your counselor! 

Starry Night Prom Tickets On Sale Now!

Hey everyone! The moment we've all been waiting for is here—prom tickets are officially on sale! Get ready to dance the night away under a magical "Starry Night" theme. Here's everything you need to know:

Event Details

• Date: May 9th
• Time: 7:30 PM - 10:30 PM
• The Fives Columbus 550 Reach Blvd, Columbus, OH 43215
• $80 per person

Ticket Sales

• Buy Online: Start grabbing your tickets now!
• In-Person Sales: Available next week during lunch, April 6th to April 10th

Don't miss out on this unforgettable evening. Secure your spot today! 

CLASS OF 2026 GRADUATION YARD BANNERS

The Bexley HS Vocal Ensemble is once again selling graduation yard banners. 
Orders must be placed by April 27th for school delivery

Pick-up April 29th 3pm - 4pm, in front of the High School

Price is $80 - including yard poles & stakes!

The full color digital banner is 5 ft wide x 2.5 ft high and includes the design option of your choice with name and custom message.

Additional customizations available at Gradbanners.com

CLICK HERE to Order Online

Questions? contact: Suzanne Klingelhofer, sklingel@rocketmail.com

*Orders placed after April 27, may not be guaranteed with school delivery & may need to be picked-up at Signmaster or set for home delivery.

Athletics

Carleton McGrady, Athletic Coordinator

Will Gingery, Athletic Secretary

348 S. Cassingham Road

Bexley, OH 43209

(614) 231-4309

Athletic Website

Final Forms

Coaches Directory

Tickets/ Pride Passes

HS Cheer Tryouts - May 18-20, Cassingham Gym

• Tryout Prep Practices: Monday, 5/11 - Thursday, 5/14 at 4:00 - 6:00 pm
• Tryouts: Monday, 5/18 - Wednesday, 5/20 at 4:00 - 6:00 pm

Contact coach Alexandra Lubarsky with any questions

DISTRICT UPDATES

District Website

Flier Connection

District Calendar

Clinic Update

As we move into allergy season, many students begin to experience symptoms such as sneezing, congestion, itchy eyes, and fatigue, which can impact their comfort and ability to focus in school. We kindly ask that parents be mindful of these seasonal allergies and, when appropriate, administer allergy medications at home before the school day begins.  This ensures your child starts the day feeling their best and minimizes disruptions to their learning. Thank you for keeping our students healthy and ready to learn. 

What’s NEXT - Bexley’s First Ever Transition Fair (for students with a 504 or IEP)

Tuesday, May 5, 6-8 pm at the Cassingham Complex

All Bexley Families Invited

to Next Week's Children's Mental Health Fair

Website

March Newsletter

This month, learn more about the 2026 Holocaust Scholar, a recap on the recent elementary author visits from Kelly Starling Lyons, plus nominations are now open for the 2026 Educator of the year.

March Foundation News